PNA is providing daily verified updates, legal resources, mental health support, and community coordination to help families stay informed and safe during this time.

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Prosperity for New America (PNA) is coordinating rapid support for Somali individuals and families in Minnesota who are experiencing fear, harassment, or potential immigration enforcement actions.

On this page, you’ll find verified information, legal resources, mental health support, school and workplace guidance, and neighborhood safety contacts.

1. Verified Events & Community Updates

★ December 9: City Council Meeting on Separation Ordinance | Read Here and learn more

2. Legal Resources & Volunteer Support

PNA does not provide legal representation, but we work closely with trusted legal partners to connect families with help.

If you or a family member need legal support, please contact us or reach out to the organizations below.

• Call and text PNA Volunteer line: Phone: 612-200-2662/WhatsApp
• CAIR-MN: Phone: 612-206-3360  / https://www.cairmn.com
• Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: Intake / client line: 1-800-223-1368/Office line: 651-641-1011
  • Website: https://www.ilcm.org
• Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid: Phone: 612-332-1441 / Website: http://www.mylegalaid.org
• Volunteer Immigration Attorneys Network: Intake phone: 612-752-6677 Volunteer Lawyers Network+1
  General office phone: 612-752-6655 Volunteer Lawyers Network+1 Intake / help request link: VLN online intake form via https://www.vlnmn.org (see “I Need Help”) Volunteer Lawyers Network+1 Email: vln@vlnmn.org

Know Your Rights (Somali & English)You

• Ogow Xaquuqdada, wan soo wadna: Fadlan Nala wadaag hada haysid macluumad ama su’aal qabtid
• Know you rights: Flyers/information coming, please share with us if you have information or questions

Request Legal Help: Please call us or send us a WhatsApp text: 612-200-2662/WhatsApp so we can connect you with a legal partner:

Legal information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney.

3. Mental Health & Family Support

This moment is frightening for many families. Fear, stress, and trauma are normal reactions, but you do not have to face them alone.

Somali-speaking counselors and practitioners:

• income/wa soo wadna

Community Support Spaces:

• Weekly Healing Circle: Coming soon
• Family Support Line: Call us at WhatsApp

For families and children:

• Talk to children honestly but calmly about what is happening.
• Reassure them that many people and organizations are working to keep the community safe.
• Maintain routines (school, prayer, meals) to provide stability.

Crisis Resources:

• Mental Health Crisis Line: Coming soon!
• Minnesota Warmline (peer support): Coming soon!

4. Support for Schools & Employers

Schools and workplaces are often the first places to notice when families are afraid or impacted. PNA can help educators and employers respond with care and clarity. Please reach out to us to connect with you resources/community members and families.

For Schools & Educators

Resources for schools:

• Coming soon: Guidance:  Supporting Somali & Immigrant Students During Enforcement Fears
• Talking points for staff on how to speak with students about safety and fear.
• Tips for creating trusted adult teams and safe spaces in schools.

School Support Contact: Osman Ahmed at 612-466-1971/osman@pnamerica.org

For Employers

Resources for employers with Somali and immigrant staff:

• coming soon: Guidance: Supporting Employees During Community Fear & Uncertainty
• Suggestions for flexible scheduling, mental health support, and communication with staff.

Employer Support Contact: Osman Ahmed at 612-466-1971/osman@pnamerica.org

5. Neighborhood Watchers & Captains

PNA is helping coordinate neighborhood-based support teams to look out for families, share accurate information, and offer practical help.

What Neighborhood Watchers & Captains Do:

• Share verified information from PNA and trusted partners.
• Check in on neighbors, elders, and families who may be afraid or isolated.
• Help connect people to legal, mental health, or basic needs resources.
• Coordinate rides, translation, and accompaniment to important appointments when possible.

What They Do NOT Do:

• They do not confront law enforcement or immigration officers.
• They do not spread rumors or unverified information.
• They do not encourage anyone to put themselves in danger.

Become a Neighborhood Watcher or Captain:
Fill out this short form and we will follow up with training and assignments:
[Neighborhood Support Volunteer Form]

Current Neighborhood Captains:

• Coming soon

6. How You Can Help (For All Minnesotans)

• Donate: Help PNA support families with legal, mental health, and emergency needs: Donate Here
• Volunteer: Offer skills in translation, driving, legal, mental health, childcare, or organizing:  Text to volunteer: WhatsApp
• Stay Informed: Follow PNA on social media and sign up for alerts: info@pnamerica.org/WhatsApp
• Stand in Solidarity: Challenge anti-Somali and anti-immigrant hate in your circles, and show up for community events.

PNA is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of Somali and immigrant families in Minnesota.
We are here to listen, support, and walk alongside our community during this difficult time.